tires TESLA MODEL X 2023 Owners Manual

Overview................................................................3
Exterior Overview............................................................................3
Interior Overview.............................................................................5
Touchscreen Overview...................................................................7
Opening and Closing.......................................13
Keys.....................................................................................................13
Doors..................................................................................................19
Windows...........................................................................................24
Rear Trunk........................................................................................25
Front Trunk......................................................................................27
Interior Storage and Electronics.............................................30
Sun Visors........................................................................................34
Seating and Safety Restraints.....................35
Front and Rear Seats...................................................................35
Seat Belts.........................................................................................40
Child Safety Seats.........................................................................43
Airbags...............................................................................................51
Driving..................................................................57
Driver Profiles.................................................................................57
Steering Yoke (or Steering Wheel)........................................59
Mirrors...............................................................................................62
Starting and Powering Off.........................................................63
Shifting..............................................................................................65
Lights.................................................................................................68
Instrument Panel.............................................................................71
Wipers and Washers....................................................................75
Braking and Stopping..................................................................76
Traction Control.............................................................................79
Park Assist.......................................................................................80
Vehicle Hold....................................................................................82
Acceleration Modes......................................................................83
Trip Information.............................................................................84
Rear Facing Camera(s)...............................................................85
Pedestrian Warning System......................................................86
Towing and Accessories.............................................................87
Cold Weather Best Practices....................................................96
Autopilot..............................................................98
About Autopilot............................................................................98
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control....................................................101
Autosteer........................................................................................105
Navigate on Autopilot................................................................110
Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control.......................................113
Autopark.........................................................................................120
Summon..........................................................................................122
Smart Summon.............................................................................125
Active Safety Features..................................128
Lane Assist.....................................................................................128
Collision Avoidance Assist.........................................................131
Speed Assist..................................................................................134
Cabin Camera................................................................................135
Using the Touchscreen.................................136
Climate Controls..........................................................................136
Phone, Calendar, and Web Conferencing...........................143
Air Suspension..............................................................................146
Voice Commands.........................................................................148
Safety & Security Settings.......................................................150
Dashcam..........................................................................................152
Sentry Mode..................................................................................153
USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos..............155
Smart Garage Connectivity.....................................................156
Connecting to Wi-Fi...................................................................159
Software Updates.......................................................................160
Mobile App.....................................................................................162
Navigation and Entertainment..................164
Maps and Navigation.................................................................164
Media................................................................................................170
Theater, Arcade, and Toybox...................................................173
Charging and Energy Consumption........176
Electric Vehicle Components..................................................176
High Voltage Battery Information.........................................178
Charging Instructions................................................................180
Scheduled Charging and Scheduled Departure..............185
Getting Maximum Range..........................................................186
Maintenance......................................................188
Maintenance Service Intervals................................................188
Tire Care and Maintenance......................................................190
Cleaning..........................................................................................196
Windshield Wiper Blades, Jets and Fluid.........................200
Jacking and Lifting....................................................................202
Parts and Accessories..............................................................203
Do It Yourself Maintenance....................................................204
Specifications..................................................205
Identification Labels..................................................................205
Vehicle Loading..........................................................................206
Dimensions...................................................................................208
Subsystems.....................................................................................211
Wheels and Tires..........................................................................213
Roadside Assistance....................................220
Contacting Tesla Roadside Assistance..............................220
Instructions for Transporters...................................................221
Running Out of Range..............................................................225
Jump Starting..............................................................................226
Troubleshooting.............................................228
Contents

NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, and options purchased, your vehicle may look slightly
different than described.
1.
Exterior lights (Lights on page 68)
2.
Door handles (Doors on page 19)
3.
Charge port (Charging Instructions on page 180)
4.
Autopilot cameras (About Autopilot on page 98)
5.
Exterior mirrors (Mirrors on page 62)
6.
Hood/Front trunk (Front Trunk on page 27)
7.
Front/rear tow eye cover (Instructions for Transporters on page 221)
8.
Wheels and tires (Wheels and Tires on page 213)
9.
Rear view camera (Rear Facing Camera(s) on page 85 and About Autopilot on page 98)
10.
Tow hitch cover (Towing and Accessories on page 87)
Exterior Overview
3Overview

Braking SystemsWARNING: Properly functioning braking systems
are critical to ensure safety. If you experience a
problem with the brake pedal, brake calipers, or
any component of a Model X braking system,
contact Tesla immediately.
Model X has an anti-lock braking system (ABS) that
prevents the wheels from locking when you apply
maximum brake pressure. This improves steering control
during heavy braking in most road conditions.
During emergency braking conditions, the ABS
constantly monitors the speed of each wheel and varies
the brake pressure according to the grip available.
The alteration of brake pressure can be felt as a pulsing sensation through the brake pedal. This demonstrates that the ABS is operating and is not a cause for concern. Keep
firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while
experiencing the pulsing.
The ABS indicator briefly flashes amber on
the
instrument panel when you first start
Model X. If this indicator lights up at any
other time, an ABS fault has occurred and the ABS is not operating. Contact Tesla.
The braking system remains fully
operational and is not
affected by an ABS
failure. However, braking distances may increase. Drive cautiously and avoid heavy braking.
If the instrument panel displays this red
brake indicator at any time other than
briefly when you first start Model X, a
brake system fault is detected, or the level
of the brake
fluid is low. Contact Tesla
immediately. Apply steady pressure and keep the brakes
firm to bring the vehicle to
a stop when safe to do so.
The instrument panel displays this amber
brake indicator if a brake booster fault is detected. Apply steady pressure and keep the brakes
firm to stop the vehicle when
safety permits. Hydraulic Boost Compensation will be active (see
Hydraulic
Boost Compensation on page 77).
Emergency Braking
In an emergency, fully press the brake pedal and
maintain
firm pressure, even on low traction surfaces.
The ABS varies the braking pressure to each wheel
according to the amount of traction available. This prevents wheels from locking and ensures that you stop as safely as possible.
WARNING: Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so
interrupts operation of the ABS and can increase
braking distance.
WARNING: Always maintain a safe distance from
the vehicle in front of you and be aware of
hazardous driving conditions. While the ABS can
improve stopping distance, it cannot overcome the
laws of physics. It also does not prevent the
danger of hydroplaning (where a layer of water
prevents direct contact between the tires and the
road).
CAUTION: Automatic Emergency Braking (see
Automatic Emergency Braking on page 132) may
intervene to automatically brake in situations
where a collision is considered imminent.
Automatic Emergency Braking is not designed to
prevent a collision. At best, it can minimize the
impact of a frontal collision by attempting to
reduce your driving speed. Depending on
Automatic Emergency Braking to avoid a collision
can result in serious injury or death.
Dynamic Brake Lights (if equipped)
If you are driving over 30 mph (50 km/h) and brake
forcefully
(or if Automatic Emergency Braking engages),
the brake lights
flash quickly to warn other drivers that
Model X is rapidly slowing down. If Model X stops
completely, the hazard warning lights
flash. Flashing
continues until you press the accelerator or manually press the hazard lights button to turn them
off (see
Hazard Warning Flashers on page 70).
NOTE: When towing a trailer (if applicable), the brake
lights on the trailer also operate as described above,
even when the trailer is not equipped with a separate
braking system.
WARNING: When towing a trailer (if applicable),
always increase your following distance. Sudden
braking may result in skidding, jack-knifing, and
loss of control.
Brake Disc Wiping
To ensure brakes remain responsive in cold and wet
weather,
Model X is equipped with brake disc wiping.
When cold and wet weather is detected, this feature
repeatedly applies an imperceptible amount of brake
force to remove water from the surface of the brake
discs.
Hydraulic Fade Compensation
Model X is equipped with hydraulic fade compensation.
This assists in monitoring brake system pressure and ABS activity for instances of reduced brake
performance. If reduced brake performance is detected (for example, as a result of brake fade, or cold or wet
conditions), you may hear a sound, feel the brake pedal pull away from your foot, and notice a strong increase in
Braking and Stopping
76MODEL X Owner

NOTE: The parking brake operates on the rear wheels
only, and is independent of the pedal-operated brake
system.CAUTION: In the unlikely event that Model X loses
electrical power, you cannot access the
touchscreen and are therefore unable to release
the parking brake without first jump starting (see
Jump Starting on page 226).
WARNING: In snowy or icy conditions the rear
wheels may not have sufficient traction to prevent
Model X from sliding down a slope, particularly if
not using winter tires. Avoid parking on hills in
snowy or icy conditions. You are always
responsible for parking safely.
WARNING: Your Model X may display an alert if
the road is too steep to safely park on, or if the
parking brakes are not properly engaged. These
alerts are for guidance purposes only and are not a
substitute for the driver

Tire Pressures when Towing
When towing a trailer, tire pressures must be adjusted to accommodate the additional load. Keep tires
inflated to
the pressures shown below (these pressures override the pressures that are provided on the Tire and Loading
information label):
Front TiresRear TiresCold Tire Inflation Pressure
255/45R20
265/45R20
275/45R2046 psi (320 kPa)265/35ZR22285/35ZR2250 psi (345 kPa)
WARNING: Check tire pressures using an accurate
pressure gauge when tires are cold. Driving one
mile (1.6 km) warms the tires sufficiently to affect

tire pressures. Parking the vehicle in direct sunlight
or in hot weather can also affect tire pressures. If
you must check warm tires, expect increased
pressures. Do not let air out of warm tires in an
attempt to match recommended cold tire
pressures. A hot tire at or below the recommended
cold tire inflation pressure is dangerously under-
inflated.
WARNING: Never attempt to tow a trailer when a
Model X tire is faulty or has been inflated using a
tire repair kit. A temporarily repaired tire is not
designed to sustain the towing load. Towing using
a faulty or temporarily repaired tire can result in
tire failure and loss of vehicle stability.
Before Towing a Trailer
Before towing a trailer, you must do the following:

Tires and Tire Chains

Inspecting and Maintaining Tires
Regularly inspect the tread and side walls for any sign of
distortion (bulges), foreign objects, cuts or wear.
WARNING: Do not drive Model X if a tire is
damaged, excessively worn, or inflated to an
incorrect pressure. Check tires regularly for wear,
and ensure there are no cuts, bulges or exposure
of the ply/cord structure.
Tire Wear
Adequate tread depth is important for proper tire
performance. Tires with a tread depth less than
4/32

When a tire set becomes worn, replace all four tires at
the same time. Choose a Tesla-approved tire which is
designed
specifically for your vehicle. Most Tesla-
approved tires can be
identified with a Tx specification
(for example, T0, T1, T2). Tesla-approved tires are
designed to reduce road noise and optimize handling, ride, and range. Contact Tesla Service for information.
If tires need to be replaced early, for example due to a
flat tire, we recommend replacing the tires in pairs
unless the other tires are within
2/32 in (1.5 mm) of tread
depth of the new tire. When replacing tires, it is important to match the brand and model of the older
tires. Always place a pair of new tires on the rear if all four tires are the same size. Always balance the wheel and tire after replacing a tire. Consult with a professional tire retailer and installer for further guidance.
NOTE: Regardless of the number of tires replaced, a
complete set of matching tires is recommended for
optimum performance.
If tires other than those specified are used, ensure that
the load and speed ratings marked on the tire
(see
Understanding Tire Markings on page 214) equal or
exceed those of the original
specification.
For the specification of the original wheels and tires
installed on
Model X, see Wheels and Tires on page 213.
If you replace a wheel, the TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) sensors need to be reset to ensure they provide accurate warnings when tires are under-
or
over-inflated (see Automatic Reset of TPMS Sensors on
page 194).
WARNING: For your safety, use only tires and
wheels that match the original specification. Tires
that do not match the original specification can
affect the operation of the TPMS.
WARNING: Never exceed the speed rating of your
vehicle

Driving in Low Temperatures
Tire performance is reduced in low ambient temperatures, resulting in reduced grip and an increased susceptibility to damage from impacts. Performance
tires (summer applications) have reduced traction in ambient temperatures below
40

Wheel Specifications (Factory)
Wheel TypeSizeOffset (mm)20" Front9.0J x 204020" Rear10.0J x 203522" Front9.0J x 224022" Rear10.0J x 2235Lug Nut Torque129 lb. ft (175 Nm)Lug Nut Socket Size21 mm
NOTE: For instructions on how to jack/lift Model X, see Jacking and Lifting on page 202.
Tire Specifications (Factory)
Tire TypeLocationSizeIn U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and Korea:20" All Season
FrontRear265/45R20 275/45R20
22" All Season
Front Rear265/35R22285/35R22
In Mexico:20" Summer
Front Rear255/45R20275/45R20
22" Summer
Front Rear265/35R22285/35R22
Tire pressures vary depending on the type of tires fitted. Refer to the tire pressures printed on the Tire and
Loading Information label. This label is located on the center door pillar and is visible when the driver